Communication & Journalism at William Paterson University of New Jersey
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication & Journalism, take a look at what William Paterson University of New Jersey. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
William Paterson University of New Jersey is in Wayne, NJ.
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Online Class Availability at William Paterson University of New Jersey
Many students take online classes at William Paterson University of New Jersey. Of 9,942 students, 4,744 (48%) studied exclusively online and 2,838 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at William Paterson University of New Jersey
These rankings give you a sense of how William Paterson University of New Jersey’s Communication & Journalism program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New Jersey | #9 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #14 of 19 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #64 of 178 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #105 of 179 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #494 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #504 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from William Paterson University of New Jersey
Those who finish William Paterson University of New Jersey’s Communication & Journalism program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $29,604 |
| 2 years | $32,644 |
| 3 years | $39,119 |
| 4 years | $44,283 |
| 5 years | $50,256 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from William Paterson University of New Jersey take home a median $44,283, compared with $63,347 for all William Paterson University of New Jersey graduates — about 30% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from William Paterson University of New Jersey is $26,439.
Best-Paid Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Journalism program at William Paterson University of New Jersey work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Communication & Journalism graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Public Relations Managers | $139,736 |
| Training and Development Managers | $139,524 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Fundraisers | $118,069 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Advertising and Promotions Managers | $113,521 |
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys | $108,419 |
| Public Relations Specialists | $103,749 |
| Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes | $96,762 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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